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It seems like the Kyrie Irving trade saga has been going on for weeks now. As soon as reports came out about the Brooklyn Nets star’s desire to leave, rumors have been circulating as to where he will end up. Reports initially stated that there were 6 teams in contention to go after Irving. Now, at least 3 teams have pulled out of the race for the polarizing superstar.

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Fans have understandably grown tired of the whole saga as Kyrie gets linked with one team after another. While Kyrie can still improve teams with his mesmerizing basketball skills, the baggage that comes with such a controversial player is a lot to take. He has repeatedly proved to be a burden on the franchises.

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That’s probably the reason why most of the teams seem hesitant to acquire the 7-time All-Star. Among potential suitors, the Los Angeles Lakers look like the team with the most interest in the star point guard.

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Pairing him up with LeBron James and Anthony Davis will certainly provide numerous exhilarating moments.

Fans are fed up with the Kyrie Irving saga

It is easy to understand the fans’ feelings about the whole situation. Irving seems determined to leave the Brooklyn Nets 3 years after joining them with his friend Kevin Durant. What started out as a chance for both of them to showcase who they really are and establish themselves among the all-time greats, has come down to both of them wanting to leave.

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While Durant has carried the burden more often than not, Kyrie has missed too many games to have any impact. The dynamic duo has played only 44 games together in 3 years. That number is enough to show the disappointment the Nets fans must be feeling.

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Irving is still a great player who can instantly make any team a contender. The issue lies with his off-court antics. His refusal to get vaccinated led to him missing a lot of regular-season games. The Boston Celtics swept the Nets in the first round of the playoffs to pile on the misery.

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Fans have given their opinion in full voice as the saga keeps rolling.

https://twitter.com/bengaltothemoon/status/1540509003666653186?s=20&t=97Mpk8NW9CTydzHphwGpiQ

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https://twitter.com/Dame_Time1023/status/1540511009038667776?s=20&t=97Mpk8NW9CTydzHphwGpiQ

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It seems the best outcome for everyone involved will be to see Kyrie Irving leave Brooklyn. What are your thoughts on the never-ending saga? Let us know in the comments.

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Pragya Vashisth is the Lead Editor of She Got Game, EssentiallySports’ dedicated WNBA newsletter. With a Master’s degree in Sports Management and experience as a divisional basketball player, he brings both technical expertise and long-standing knowledge of the game to his editorial work. Since joining EssentiallySports in 2022, Pragya has worked across multiple roles, from writer to editor, before taking charge of She Got Game. In this role, he curates coverage of women’s basketball, spotlighting WNBA icons, rising stars, and the defining shifts shaping the league today. Earlier in his career at ES, Pragya was at the center of major coverage for the NBA Legends desk, from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame ceremonies to analysis of icons like Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley, helping establish the division’s identity and depth. His wider sports management background, which includes event operations, accreditation, and spectator engagement, gives him an insider’s view of how professional sports function off the court. With over 15 years of closely following the NBA, Pragya connects basketball’s culture and history with the human stories behind the game, ensuring She Got Game delivers coverage that is fresh, reliable, and meaningful for fans.

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